Rong Weiwei was taken into police custody, a news that exploded and dominated the front pages of major media outlets.
The fervor showed no signs of dwindling in the short term.
Amidst the public uproar, HuanYu, the agency representing Rong Weiwei, had released two statements on the first day but had not made any other moves since—it was as if Rong Weiwei wasn't one of their artists.
Capital Detention Center.
A haggard Jiang Meiqi had finally managed to pull some strings and secured a brief visitation. She specifically brought a lot of food and, led by a police officer, hurried toward the detention center.
"Mrs. Rong, our regulations allow for only half an hour of visitation time. Please remember not to exceed this limit. Otherwise, it will be difficult for you to request another visit in the future, understood?"
On the way, the leading officer reminded her in a matter-of-fact manner.